Thursday, December 31, 2009

Check my blog New Year’s Day – If the weather cooperates I plan to go outside and do a nocturne painting of the Blue Moon on New Year’s Eve.

A New Year’s Eve Blue Moon only occurs ONCE every 19 years! The next one won’t be until 2028. So check my blog New Year’s Day for this historic painting.

A note to all artists: My new Plein Air workshop begins January 9, 2010. Above are highlights from past workshops I’ve conducted. Email me for details if you’d like to join the fun and paint with me this time.

Tuesday, December 29, 2009

At the edge of an orange grove I spotted this beat-up old truck among the trees. The late afternoon light and shadows swept over it, and I couldn’t resist. This one has been on my wall since I painted it this past Summer, and I finally decided to share it here. Let me know if it appeals to you.

To those not familiar with the desert it often seems like a whole lot of nothing. But there is actually a great deal of wonderful landscape to explore, both physically and through paintings.

This scene is an off-road vista near Palm Springs, California. The muted hues and quiet Southwestern panorama were more than I could resist. I found it a treat to paint on a somewhat larger canvas than is normally used for Plein Air painting, while maintaining my loose, painterly style and bold brushwork.

In 2010 I will be working on a number of large studio paintings for galleries and that got me in the mood to work larger than normal on location as well. During my January Plein Air Workshop I’ll also be teaching other artists how to work successfully on large canvases when painting on location.

Thank you for making 2009 a wonderful year for me. I appreciate the support of each of you who have been my loyal collectors and students over the years. I look forward to a very exciting 2010 and I wish each and every one of you success and fulfillment in the New Year.

Saturday, December 26, 2009

Thank you for making 2009 a wonderful year for me. I appreciate the support of each of you who have been my loyal collectors and students over the years.

When I can connect with someone through my art it gives me the richest reward possible. I feel extremely fortunate to have each of you in my life. I look forward to a very exciting 2010 and I wish each and every one of you success and fulfillment.

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Original oil paintings make terrific Holiday gifts, and these are very reasonably priced at the moment. Until I resume gallery affiliations next year I can still offer my work at very affordable prices - perfect for gift-giving. If this one speaks to you, Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Other great gift ideas are my art instruction videos on DVDs, art lessons on CDs or perhaps a GIFT CERTICATE for an ONLINE PAINTING CRITIQUE. Email me for details. tombrownstudio@cox.net

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Original oil paintings make terrific Holiday gifts, and these are very reasonably priced at the moment. Until I resume gallery affiliations next year I can still offer my work at very affordable prices - perfect for gift-giving. If this one speaks to you, Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Other great gift ideas are my art instruction videos on DVDs, art lessons on CDs or perhaps a GIFT CERTICATE for an ONLINE PAINTING CRITIQUE. Email me for details. tombrownstudio@cox.net

Monday, December 21, 2009

During a painting trip up the coast I spent some time in Pacific Grove to capture a number of stunning scenes on canvas. This is one of them.

This is a bit larger than I work on-site when teaching workshops for other artists or filming for the TV shows. When I am painting alone I can complete canvases this size on location without interruptions. Hope you enjoy the view.

Original oil paintings make terrific Holiday gifts, and these are very reasonably priced at the moment. Until I resume gallery affiliations next year I can still offer my work at very affordable prices - perfect for gift-giving. If this one speaks to you, Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Other great gift ideas are my art instruction videos on DVDs, art lessons on CDs or perhaps a GIFT CERTICATE for an ONLINE PAINTING CRITIQUE. Email me for details. tombrownstudio@cox.net

Sunday, December 20, 2009

Massive rock formations rise several stories high from the canyon floor, surrounded by oaks and a wide array of foliage. A walking path snakes through the canyon. It was a perfect setting to capture in oils.

This was painted on location this weekend during a plein air workshop I conducted in Laguna Canyon. We enjoyed a sunny, balmy day while the east coast shivered under a heavy blanket of snow.

These original oil paintings make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. Until I resume gallery affiliations next year I can still offer my work at very affordable prices - perfect for gift-giving. If this one speaks to you, Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Other great gift ideas are my art instruction videos on DVDs, art lessons on CDs or perhaps a GIFT CERTICATE for an ONLINE PAINTING CRITIQUE. Email me for details.tombrownstudio@cox.net

Saturday, December 19, 2009

These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. Until I resume gallery affiliations next year I can still offer these little treasures at very affordable prices - perfect for gift-giving. If this one speaks to you, Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Other great gift ideas are my art instruction videos on DVDs, art lessons on CDs or perhaps a GIFT CERTICATE for an ONLINE PAINTING CRITIQUE. Email me for details. tombrownstudio@cox.net

Friday, December 18, 2009

“AWAY FROM IT ALL”5x7 inch California impressionistplein air oil painting by Tom Brown

These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. Until I resume gallery affiliations next year I can still offer these little treasures at very affordable prices - perfect for gift-giving. If this one speaks to you, Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Other great gift ideas are my art instruction videos on DVDs, art lessons on CDs or perhaps a GIFT CERTICATE for an ONLINE PAINTING CRITIQUE to help take a painting to the next level. Email me for details. tombrownstudio@cox.net

Thursday, December 17, 2009

During a plein air workshop I recently taught we painted beneath shelter due to heavy rains pouring down. Despite the weather we found plenty of beautiful subject matter to paint. This was the scene I chose.

The weather created diffused lighting and muted colors throughout the landscape, lending a sense of peace and serenity. And despite the heavy rains (rare for our area of Southern California) we painted in complete comfort beneath an open-sided shelter with wonderful views of the landscape.

These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. Until I resume gallery affiliations next year I can still offer these little treasures at very affordable prices perfect for gift-giving. If this one speaks to you, Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. When I resume gallery affiliations next year I will be forced to raise prices. Until then I can still offer these little treasures at very low prices.

My larger paintings were represented through galleries nationwide for more than 20 years. My TV show also created a great demand for my paintings and my work is in many major corporate and private collections.

Several years ago I pulled out of galleries and began offering these small daily paintings directly through my Daily Painter’s blog.

The response has been very gratifying but next year I expect to be in galleries again, which will necessitate a rise in prices.

Meanwhile if this little jewel speaks to you grab it while you can! Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Monday, December 14, 2009

At a small neighborhood park I found a shelter to set up my easel and painted this peaceful scene. Silvery skies reflected on the pavement and I had the park completely to myself.

These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. When I resume gallery affiliations next year I will be forced to raise prices. Until then I can still offer these little treasures at very low prices.

My larger paintings were represented through galleries nationwide for more than 20 years. My TV show also created a great demand for my paintings and my work is in many major corporate and private collections.

Several years ago I pulled out of galleries and began offering these small daily paintings directly through my Daily Painter’s blog.

The response has been very gratifying but next year I expect to be in galleries again, which will necessitate a rise in prices.

Meanwhile if this little jewel speaks to you grab it while you can! Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Saturday, December 12, 2009

These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. When I resume gallery affiliations next year I will be forced to raise prices. Until then I can still offer these little treasures at very low prices.

My larger paintings were represented through galleries nationwide for more than 20 years. My TV show also created a great demand for my paintings and my work is in many major corporate and private collections.

Several years ago I pulled out of galleries and began offering these small daily paintings directly through my Daily Painter’s blog.

The response has been very gratifying but next year I expect to be in galleries again, which will necessitate a rise in prices.

Meanwhile if this little jewel speaks to you grab it while you can! Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Friday, December 11, 2009

These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. When I resume gallery affiliations next year I will be forced to raise prices. Until then I can still offer these little treasures at very low prices.

My larger paintings were represented through galleries nationwide for more than 20 years. My TV show also created a great demand for my paintings and my work is in many major corporate and private collections.

Several years ago I pulled out of galleries and began offering these small daily paintings directly through my Daily Painter’s blog.

The response has been very gratifying but next year I expect to be in galleries again, which will necessitate a rise in prices.

Meanwhile if this little jewel speaks to you grab it while you can! Email me for purchasing details:tombrownstudio@cox.net

Wednesday, December 09, 2009

“CRAB SHACK”5x7 inch California impressionistplein air oil painting by Tom BrownEmail me to purchase this painting: tombrownstudio@cox.net.Art is all about enjoyment and inspiration. If you want to inspire an artist you know and make 2010 their BEST year ever, take a look at these CDs and videos where I tell it all.COLOR MIXING MADE EASY reveals my personal secrets from my TV shows and live workshops, with LOADS of demos, tips and guides that can be used right away.

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I show everything you need to know, including how to place brush strokes, and I give specific recipes for color mixing. It's like attending one of my workshops at home.PLEIN AIR PAINTING MADE EASY shows everything you need to know to join the fun of outdoor painting: all my inside tips, tricks and techniques that you can use right away. Plus valuable BONUS materials from my live workshops."PAINTING BIG" PACKAGE (2 LIVE-ACTION VIDEOS ON DVDs plus a printed guide) – just $50 with FREE SHIPPING.

From my TV show, this 2-video set demonstrates my special techniques for painting large canvases. Perfect for artists who want to see it all happen in real time, from start to finish.

I also include a printed guide with my own personal "Essential Secrets To Painting BIG."MY PERSONAL GUIDE TO CREATING RED-HOT SALES in a down economy.

If you’re already selling all the art you want, you don’t need this. But sales can be better than ever, even in this economy.

It’s not only possible; it’s easier than you think. Sadly, most artists don’t have a clue. So here are my personal secrets, including:

Tuesday, December 08, 2009

SOLDIf you want to inspire an artist you know and make 2010 their BEST year ever, take a look at these CDs and videos where I tell all my secrets.2-DVD SET: "PAINTING BIG" (2 LIVE-ACTION VIDEOS ON DVDs plus a printed guide) $50 with FREE SHIPPING“MY PERSONAL GUIDE TO CREATING RED-HOT SALES” CD - $30 with FREE shipping“COLOR MIXING MADE EASY” CD - $30 with FREE shipping“OIL PAINTING MADE EASY EASY” CD - $30 with FREE shipping“PLEIN AIR PAINTING MADE EASY EASY” CD - $30 with FREE shipping

The Videos are on DVDs, $50 for the set.The CDs are like books for the computer - $30 eachShipping is free within the USA.To order, email me at tombrownstudio@cox.net.

Showing an artist how to have MORE FUN with their art is the best Holiday gift you can give.

On my TV show and in sold-out workshops I’ve shared secrets of my personal approach to painting and SELLING art (even in a down economy).

If you want to inspire an artist you know and make 2010 their BEST year ever, take a look at these CDs and videos where I tell it all.

CDs are like books for the computer - $30 eachThe 2-video live-action set of DVDs is $50.Shipping is free within the USA.To order, email me at tombrownstudio@cox.net.

COLOR MIXING MADE EASY reveals my personal secrets from my TV shows and live workshops, with LOADS of demos, tips and guides that can be used right away.

PLUS my secret weapon: “OPTICAL COLOR MIXING” that will add a jewel-like sparkle to your paintings that helps keep galleries and collectors coming back for more.

OIL PAINTING MADE EASY is for absolute beginners and experienced artists. In easy-to-follow steps I show how ANYONE can create a beautiful oil painting on their very first try. I show everything you need to know, including how to place brush strokes, and I give specific recipes for color mixing. It's like attending one of my workshops at home.

PLEIN AIR PAINTING MADE EASY shows everything you need to know to join the fun of outdoor painting: all my inside tips, tricks and techniques that you can use right away. Plus valuable BONUS materials from my live workshops.

From my TV show, this 2-video set demonstrates my special techniques for painting large canvases. Perfect for artists who want to see it all happen in real time, from start to finish.

I also include a printed guide with my own personal "Essential Secrets To Painting BIG."

MY PERSONAL GUIDE TO CREATING RED-HOT SALES in a down economy.

If you’re already selling all the art you want, you don’t need this. But sales can be better than ever, even in this economy. It’s not only possible; it’s easier than you think. Sadly, most artists don’t have a clue. So here are my personal secrets, including:--How to get others to sell for you – free--The 6 rules of viral marketing(you can’t afford to ignore this powerful tool)--How to write for the internet (it’s the direct opposite of printed materials)--Finding more collectors (in unexpected places)--Hi-tech & lo-tech selling (the ‘net isn’t the only road to riches)--The entrepreneurial experience (you REALLY need this guide to stay out of trouble and maximize each phase of the selling cycle)

Those who succeed have one thing in common: they seize opportunities. Do you hear opportunity knocking? To order, email me at tombrownstudio@cox.net.

Saturday, December 05, 2009

These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they arevery reasonably priced at the moment. When I resume gallery affiliations next year I will be forced to raise prices.Until then I can still offer these little treasures at very low prices.

My larger paintings were represented through galleries nationwide for more than 20 years. My TV show also created a great demand for my paintings and my work is in many major corporate and private collections.

Several years ago I pulled out of galleries and began offering these small daily paintings directly through my Daily Painter’s blog.

The response has been very gratifying but next year I expect to be in galleries again, which will necessitate a rise in prices.

Meanwhile if this little jewel speaks to you grab it while you can! Email me for purchasing details:tombrownstudio@cox.net

Friday, December 04, 2009

Another painting done during a recent painting trip in farm country. These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. Prices will be going up soon, so grab it if this one appeals to you.

Thursday, December 03, 2009

Another painting done during a recent painting trip in farm country. These small treasures make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. Prices will be going up soon, so grab it if this one appeals to you.

I look for the beauty in the commonplace. And I share that beauty in my paintings.

For a while I can still offer these little treasures at very affordable prices so that more collectors can afford them until I resume gallery affiliations late next year.

My larger paintings were represented through galleries nationwide for more than 20 years. My TV show also created a great demand for my paintings and my work is in many major corporate and private collections.

Several years ago I pulled out of galleries and began offering these small daily paintings directly through my Daily Painter’s blog.

The response continues to be very gratifying but next year I expect to be in galleries again, which will necessitate a rise in prices.

Meanwhile if this little jewel speaks to you grab it while you can! Email me for purchasing details: tombrownstudio@cox.net

Tuesday, December 01, 2009

I like to paint outdoors at night, directly from nature. To paint nocturnes on location I use a small paintbox that is entirely self-contained. I simply open the box and I’m ready to paint. When I finish, I just close the lid and I’m packed to travel.

I have a small headlamp that fastens to my cap. It illuminates the painting and palette while I work, yet preserves my night vision. I am including a photo taken after painting another nocturne. You can see the paintbox and headlamp on my cap.

These small paintings make terrific Holiday gifts, and they are very reasonably priced at the moment. Prices will be going up soon, so grab it if this one appeals to you.

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About Me

I am an American artist and I host a TV Art Instruction show where I teach studio oil painting and plein air painting in the Impressionist style.
I also teach other artists how to paint through oil painting workshops and art instruction CDs and DVDs.
My Impressionist plein air landscapes, still life compositions, portraits and figure paintings have been represented through prominent galleries for more than 20 years.
My paintings are in corporate collections including the City of Irvine, Sears, Standard Oil, and Coca Cola. My work is often seen in leading art publications like Southwest Art, Art & Antiques, American Art Review, American Art Collector, Art Calendar and others.
I am a former president of the Orange Art Association and past member of the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association and Southern California Plein Air Painters Association.
On my Daily Painter blog I offer affordable small original oil paintings to introduce my work to new and ongoing collectors. Much of my work these days is done on a private commission basis, and I welcome inquiries.
Thanks for looking.